Imagine this – your phone goes missing, and it’s powered off. Seems like finding it would be an impossible feat, right? Well, not anymore. The latest OxygenOS 15 beta for the OnePlus 12 claimed to have a feature that would allow you to locate your device even when it’s switched off, thanks to Google’s Find My Device service. However, it turns out that this feature isn’t supported on the OnePlus 12. But all hope is not lost, as the OnePlus 13 might just be the savior we need in such situations.
Here’s why you should keep an eye out for the OnePlus 13 and its potential support for Powered Off Finding:
- Most Android phones, when powered off, cannot be located via Find My Device due to their Bluetooth chips not receiving power.
- To make phones findable even without primary power, specialized hardware and software features like Powered Off Finding need to be integrated.
- Google has already implemented this feature in their Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series, and OnePlus might follow suit with the OnePlus 13.
The revelation about the OnePlus 12 not actually supporting this feature came after an observant user noticed mention of the feature in the OxygenOS 15 beta changelog. Although the OnePlus 12 does not support this feature, there’s a glimmer of hope with the upcoming OnePlus 13, powered by a newer Snapdragon 8 Elite platform.
While there’s no official confirmation yet, it’s highly probable that the OnePlus 13 will support Powered Off Finding, considering the hints dropped in the OxygenOS 15 beta. This feature, if included, would be just one of the many exciting additions to the OnePlus 13.
Exciting times lie ahead for OnePlus users, as the OnePlus 13 promises to bring more than just the regular upgrades. Stay tuned for more updates on the OnePlus 13 as it gears up for a global launch. Until then, keep your fingers crossed for the Powered Off Finding feature to become a reality, ensuring you never lose track of your device again.
